The week in toy announcements was dominated by new lines of MiniMates, from the latest Marvel wave to all-new Star Trek and Walking Dead figures. Plus, new Doctor Who merchandise and the latest from DC Collectibles.

Paramount Pictures has premiered a somber new trailer for J.J. Abrams’ "Star Trek Into Darkness," which pits the crew of the Enterprise against an unstoppable force of terror from within Starfleet. The film opens May 17.

Speculation about the true identity of the villain played by Benedict Cumberbatch in "Star Trek Into Darkness" has reached a fevered pitch, leading Alan Kistler to comb through "Trek" lore for some prime candidates.

In the latest CSBG easter egg spotlight, we look at some "Star Wars" Easter Eggs, including some Star Trek cameos, some Looney Tunes-influenced villains and Lando's tribute to a classic Anime character!

Appearing before an adoring Fan Expo Canada crowd, LeVar Burton discussed "Star Trek: The Next Generation," led a performance of the "Reading Rainbow" theme song and shared the downside to those Starfleet uniforms.

IDW Publishing has presented CBR with anexclusive first look at "Star Trek TNG/Doctor Who: Assimilation2" #4. The latest issue of the franchise crossover fans never expected to see goes on sale August 29.

Actor/director William Shatner spoke with the press at Comic-Con International about the lessons he's learned about the fan community over the years and while filming his new documentary, "Get A Life!"

IDW Publishing Chief Creative Officer and Editor-in-Chief Chris Ryall spoke with CBR about the state of the publisher, long-running and new licenses, creator-owned comics and creator rights, and much more.

"The Avengers" cast heads to London for a press conference! "Catching Fire" finds its new director! Ayelet Zurer describes her experience playing Lara Lor-Van in "Man of Steel!" Plus, "Men in Black 3" and more!

IDW Publishing spent an afternoon at C2E2 going over its upcoming slate of projects, from 55 variant covers for "Mars Attacks" #1 to the futures of popular franchises to "Doctor Who/Star Trek" and more.